Top 10 of a winter without snow…

Not a single snowflake in sight? A winter without snow, a winter without skis, it happens... Here are some ideas for activities when the snow just won't show up. Pays Horloger. 10 activities to do, alone or with family, to compensate for the lack of snow and have a good time, whether relaxing or more intense.

1. Get out of the fog!

Tired of the fog? Get your fill of sunshine and climb above the clouds. Our selection of viewpoints will have you digging out those sunglasses. For those urgent sunbathing needs, some are accessible by car right next to the lookouts, just a few meters away! Just take a quick look at our webcams to find out if the sun is out in our mountains!

2. Waterfalls in winter

Need some fresh air? Enjoy a magical atmosphere with our winter waterfalls. What a spectacle!

3. Cook our local recipes

Household cake, grated, Hot Mont d'Or, fondue.... Comfort and conviviality, you will also find something to make the menus for the week.

4. Give yourself a moment of well-being

Jacuzzi, sauna... everything you need to get warm and relax. The swimming pools of the Pays Horloger are equipped with hammam, sauna, jacuzzi, etc.

5. “Christmas on the balcony, Easter at the ember”

And yes, sometimes the weather plays tricks on us, and winter is mild. For thrill-seekers, why not take advantage of a guided outing to practice on the Echelles de la Mort via ferrata. Especially at this time of year, we strongly recommend doing this activity with a guide.

6. What was life like before?

The museums of the Pays Horloger will allow you to understand the way of life of the mountain dwellers, the know-how that makes up the identity of the territory. What was life like before in the Montagnes du Jura ? Elements of answers to discover in our museums.

7. Cinemas unlike any other

Forget multiplexes and waiting rooms, here the cinemas are not always where you expect them! Who could imagine finding an art house cinema in Charmoille, a town of just over 300 inhabitants?! There are ultimately 4 rooms, in 4 separate cinemas, which will give you the choice of the film to watch in Pays Horloger.

Cinemas

The Atalante at Morteau

Paris to Morteau

Saint-Michel in Maîche

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8. Dog sledding, an activity that can also be done without snow!

This highly popular activity during snowy winters, booked year after year, becomes more accessible when there's no snow. A thrilling version is also possible without snow. Dog karting or cani-rando are great and intense alternatives for getting some fresh air and discovering the strength of dogs.

9. Get your skates on and enjoy the slides

Practice skating and rediscover the sensations of gliding on the synthetic ice rinks of the Pays Horloger.

10. Just enough snow…

If the snow cover isn't enough for skiing, it can be enough for a snowshoe outing... with or without snowshoes 😉

Not forgetting local events….

Discover the events calendar: visit to antique watchmaking workshops, festival, visit to Santa's workshop (aka Sauge Artisans du Bois)... Enough to finalize your program!